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Head of Compliance & MLRO - SMF16 / SMF17

Posted: 15/07/26
Recruiter:FINCROFT
Reference:3139525507
Type:Permanent
Salary:Competitive
Location:London
Description: Head of Compliance & MLRO (SMF16 / SMF17)
Location: London
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Job Type: Permanent

We're recruiting on behalf of UK Banking organisation for an experienced Head of Compliance & MLRO to lead the Compliance, Financial Crime and Data Protection functions.

This is a senior leadership role reporting to the CEO, with regular engagement with the Board and Risk Committee. You'll be responsible for ensuring the Bank maintains a strong regulatory framework while acting as the approved MLRO (SMF17) and overseeing compliance with UK regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the Bank's Compliance & Financial Crime framework.
  • Act as the Bank's MLRO (SMF17).
  • Oversee AML/CTF, sanctions, CDD/EDD, transaction monitoring and SAR reporting.
  • Manage the Compliance Monitoring Programme and regulatory horizon scanning.
  • Act as the key contact for the FCA, PRA, NCA and ICO.
  • Provide regulatory advice to senior management and the Board.
  • Oversee UK GDPR compliance and Data Protection governance.
  • Lead, mentor and develop the Compliance team.
About You
  • Proven Compliance and Financial Crime experience within a UK Bank, Building Society or regulated financial institution.
  • Current or previous Head of Compliance, Deputy MLRO, MLRO or Senior Compliance Manager.
  • Strong knowledge of FCA, PRA, AML regulations, JMLSG guidance and UK GDPR.
  • Experience engaging with regulators and presenting to senior stakeholders.
  • Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
Desirable: Previous SMF16/SMF17 approval and/or Data Protection Officer experience.

Apply ASAP with your latest CV, using the links provided.

Head of Compliance / MLRO / Money Laundering Reporting Officer / SMF16 / SMF17 / FCA / PRA / Financial Crime / AML / Compliance Monitoring / DPO / Bank / Banking / Building Society / Risk / Permanent / London

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